Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift - Offering $5,000 Sign on Bonus!

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Where You'll Work:

For a limited time only, we are offering a $5,000.00 sign on bonus when you start your new career with us!

At our Melrose Park, IL, plant we feel good about our various batters and breading products that make our food taste better. Our employees care - about their community, their team and the results we create every day. If you’re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you. Our team prides itself on being collaborative and having a healthy culture where working hard and doing a good job is recognized and appreciated. We are looking for someone to help us keep things running!  Please note, this is a Union facility. We are part of the Melrose Park Teamsters Local 781.

 

Shift Information: 

 

This is a 2nd Shift opening. The days and hours are Monday - Friday, 2:00PM - 10:00PM. 

What You’ll Do:

As a Maintenance Technician, you will work with the maintenance manager to complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting and installation, fulfillment of assigned work orders and unforeseen repairs in a timely fashion. You’ll follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, complete preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations. Attention to detail is necessary for completing inventory and shift notes. We strongly believe in “Safety First, Quality Always” for our employees, products, and customers. We are looking for someone who is able to work independently to complete a designated list of tasks and that is also able to effectively communicate with a team. If this is something you’re passionate about also, this could be your next great opportunity!

 

Important areas of operations you’ll work on (but are not limited to):

 

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery

• Troubleshoot and repair machinery such as extruders, mixers, conveyors, and metal detectors

• Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic steam, pneumatic equipment

• Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and other related equipment

• Building maintenance including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep

• Repair and assess electrical issues as they arise

What you’ll need to be successful in this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent – Technical degree in maintenance related field preferred

• 2 years minimum experience as a maintenance mechanic in food/beverage/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment with the ability to troubleshoot

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Sanitation and Safety standards for food manufacturing

• PLC experience preferred

• Experience with and ability to use all types of welding, cutting, machine, and hand tools

• Experience in high speed packaging, welding, refrigeration (ammonia) and mechanical power transmission

 

What's In It For You:

 

• We are currently offering a $5,000.00 Sign on Bonus. You will receive $2,500.00 after 90 working days, $2,500.00 after 9 months. 

• Union benefits and competitive wages

• Career advancement and growth opportunities 

• Friendly, close-knit team and supervisors invested in your success

• Full benefits, including mental health, employee assistance program & more!

 

Compensation Data

The pay rate for this position is $38.18 per hour.  Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance.  This job posting is anticipated to expire on 10/2/2026.

 We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.